Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.
97 alternate job titles:
Air Conditioner Installer Helper (AC Installer Helper)
Air Conditioner Installer Servicer Helper (AC Installer Servicer Helper)
Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic Helper
Armature Winder Repair Helper
Automobile Body Repairer Helper
Automobile Mechanic Helper
Automotive Electrical Helper
Blacksmith Assistant
Blacksmith Helper
Cable Splicer Helper
Car Mechanic Helper
Car Repairer Helper
Compressed Gas Equipment Service Mechanic Helper
Construction Equipment Mechanic Helper
Cooper Helper
Diesel Mechanic Helper
Diver Helper
Electrical Assistant
Elevator Constructor Helper
Elevator Repairer Helper
Environmental Control System Installer Servicer Helper
Factory Maintenance Repairer Helper
Fire Equipment Inspector Helper
Furnace Mechanic Helper
Garage Helper
Gas Appliance Servicer Helper
Gas Fitter Helper
Gas Leak Inspector Helper
Gas Main Fitter Helper
Gas Meter Installer Helper
Gas Regulator Repairer Helper
Heat Service Planner
Heating and Air Conditioning Installer Helper (Heating and AC Installer Servicer Helper)
Hot Air Furnace Installer Helper
Hot Air Furnace Repairer Helper
HVAC Helper (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Helper)
HVAC Installation Helper (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Installation Helper)
Hydroelectric Machinery Mechanic Helper
Industrial Gas Service Helper
Industrial Gas Servicer Helper
Industrial Maintenance Repairer Helper
Installation Helper
Installation Service Assistant
Instrument Repairer Helper
Instrument Technician Helper (Instrument Tech Helper)
Laboratory Helper (Lab Helper)
Light Service Planner
Locksmith Helper
Logging Equipment Mechanic's Helper
Machinist Helper
Maintenance Aide
Maintenance Assistant
Maintenance Clerk
Maintenance Helper
Maintenance Mechanic Helper
Maintenance Person
Mechanic Helper
Mechanic Repair Helper
Mechanic's Assistant
Meter Repairer Helper
Mill Maintenance Repairer Helper
Millwright Helper
Motorboat Mechanic Helper
Oil Burner Servicer and Installer Helper
Ordnance Artificer Helper
Over Hauler Helper
Overhauler Helper
Paint Preparer
Pinsetter Mechanic Helper
Powerhouse Mechanic Helper
Protective Signal Installer Helper
Protective Signal Repairer Helper
Pump Servicer Helper
Refrigeration Mechanic Helper
Repair Armature Winder Helper
Repair Service Assistant
Repairer Helper
Rigger Helper
Rigging Helper
Salvager Helper
Service Station Helper
Sewing Machine Repairer Helper
Signal Maintainer Helper
Solar Energy System Installer Helper
Spray Gun Repairer Helper
Street Light Repairer Helper
Street Light Servicer Helper
Streetcar Repairer Helper
Technician's Helper
Television Installer Helper
Tractor Mechanic Helper
Veneer Clipper Helper
Wash Oil Pump Operator Helper
Washer Engineer Helper
Water and Gas Helper
Wet End Helper
Window Unit Air Conditioner Installer Helper (Window Unit AC Installer Helper)
Salary Information
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers: $38,860 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems. | General |
| Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear. | General |
| Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Connect hoses to equipment or piping. | General |
| Connect electrical components or equipment. | General |
| Install machine or equipment replacement parts. | General |
| Clean work areas. | General |
| Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning. | General |
| Apply protective coverings to objects or surfaces near work areas. | General |
| Move materials, equipment, or supplies. | General |
| Reassemble equipment after repair. | General |
| Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | General |
| Assemble structural components. | General |
| Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment. | General |
| Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel. | General |
| Position hand tools. | General |
| Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. | General |
| Order materials, supplies, or equipment. | General |
| Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects. | General |
| Repair electrical components. | General |
| Fabricate parts or components. | General |
| Operate welding equipment. | General |
| Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. | Maintenance |
| Maintain work equipment or machinery. | Maintenance |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| SAP software | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| Atlas Construction Business Forms | Word processing software |
| Building automation software | Industrial control software |
| Computer aided design CAD software | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Facility energy management software | Facilities management software |
| HVAC tools software | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Spreadsheet software | Spreadsheet software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| Data logging software | Data base user interface and query software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Building Service Executive | Building Service Contractors Association International | Not Available |
| Certified Electrical Safety Worker | National Fire Protection Association | Not Available |
| Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler | National Association of the Remodeling Industry | Not Available |
| Certified Remodeler Associate | National Association of the Remodeling Industry | Not Available |
| Certified Remodeler Specialist | National Association of the Remodeling Industry | Not Available |
| Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician | International Fluid Power Society | Not Available |
| Gas Heat Certification | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| Heat Pump Installer Certification | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| Heat Pump Service Certification | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| LEED AP Operations + Maintenance | Green Business Certification Inc. | Not Available |
| Lighting Associate | American Lighting Association | Not Available |
| Master Certified Remodeler | National Association of the Remodeling Industry | Not Available |
| Master Oil Heat Specialist Certification | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| Master Specialist Residential Electric Heat | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| Oil Monitoring Analyst I | Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers | Not Available |
| Residential and Light Commercial Low Pressure Hydronic Heat Certification | ESCO Group | Not Available |
| Universal Design Certified Remodeler | National Association of the Remodeling Industry | Not Available |
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